Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs Olympus E-PL1

Here, we are reviewing the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus Olympus E-PL1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Olympus. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (16MP) and E-PL1 (12MP) and the Fujifilm X-Pro1 (APS-C) and E-PL1 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Fujifilm X-Pro1 was brought out 2 years after the E-PL1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm X-Pro1 scores against the E-PL1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Olympus PEN E-PL1. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-Pro1 Gallery and Olympus E-PL1 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 offers physical measurements of 140mm x 82mm x 43mm (5.5" x 3.2" x 1.7") along with a weight of 450 grams (0.99 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-PL1 has dimensions of 115mm x 72mm x 42mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 334 grams (0.74 lbs).

Contrast the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus Olympus E-PL1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 versus the E-PL1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and E-PL1 is 80 and 86 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The picture below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-Pro1 and E-PL1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Fujifilm X-Pro1 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Fujifilm X-Pro1 will give greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-Pro1 will have a benefit in sensor technology.